RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-03801
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His reentry (RE) code of 2C Involuntarily separated with an
honorable discharge; or entry-level separation without
characterization of service, be changed to allow him to reenter
the military.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
Eight weeks into his Special Operations Program training, he
lost focus, began doubting himself, and was unable to finish his
training. He regrets his actions and has continued to develop
his physical, mental, and psychological attributes because he
wants to reenlist in the military.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 8 February
2011, in Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 1C411, Tactical Air
Control Party (TACP) Helper.
The applicant was eliminated from the TACP Preparatory Course
after failing two Physical Aptitude and Stamina Tests and
failing to make satisfactory progress.
On 29 October 2012, the applicant was notified of his
commanders intent to recommend him for an entry-level
separation under the provisions of Air Force Program Directive
(AFPD) 36-32, Military Retirements and Separations, and; Air
Force Instruction (AFI) 36-3208, Reenlistments in the USAF,
Chapter 5, Section 5D (entry-level performance or conduct),
specifically, paragraph 5.22.2.3, (failure to make satisfactory
progress in a required training program). The applicant
acknowledged his commanders intent and waived his rights to
consult counsel and to submit statements in his own behalf.
After the Assistant Staff Judge Advocate found the case to be
legally sufficient, the discharge authority approved the
recommended separation and directed the applicant be
administratively separated with an uncharacterized entry-level
separation.
The applicant received an uncharacterized, entry-level
separation effective 13 June 2011, in the grade of airman basic
(E-1). His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge
from Active Duty, reflects his RE code as 2C and a narrative
reason for separation as Entry Level Performance or Conduct.
He served four months and six days on active duty.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial. DPSOA states the applicants RE
Code of 2C is required based on his entry-level separation
with uncharacterized service. The applicant does not provide
evidence of an error or injustice in reference to his RE Code.
The complete DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
He asks the Board to please do not deny him the opportunity to
serve his countrys Armed Forces because of the missteps brought
about by youthful exuberance and inexperience. He took a chance
by aiming high, but unfortunately, fell short. It is not
right that his enthusiasm, desire, and attempt to be the Best
of the Best should forever exclude him from the service. He
respectfully requests the Board to change his RE code from 2C
to a more appropriate code, which would allow him to again be
eligible to honorably serve in the military.
The applicants complete rebuttal is at Exhibit E.
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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by
existing law or regulations.
2. The application was timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of error or injustice. We took notice
of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of
the case; however, we agree with the opinion and recommendation
of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its
rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has
not been the victim of an error or injustice. Therefore, in the
absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to
recommend granting the relief sought in this application.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that
the application was denied without a personal appearance; and
that the application will only be reconsidered upon the
submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered
with this application.
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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2012-03801 in Executive Session on 18 June 2013, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered in connection
with AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2012-03801:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 22 Aug 12, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 29 Oct 12.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 6 Nov 12.
Exhibit E. Letter, Applicant, dated 26 Nov 12.
Panel Chair
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